Updating your bicycle suspension cockpit usually comes down to one question: do you want to change the way your hands sit, add an aerodynamic position, or replace the entire bar? The four handlebar options here answer that question in very different ways, from a small aluminum extension to a wide steel cruiser bar. Before you choose, think about the bike you ride, the stem clamp you have, and how much of the cockpit you want to change.
Quick take
- Need extra width without replacing the bar? The MTB Bike Handlebar Bar End Extension Plug adds 10cm of total width.
- Want a tucked position for road, mountain, or triathlon? The Bike Rest Handlebar TT Aero Bar bolts onto your existing 25.4-31.8mm bar.
- Need a modern 35mm trail riser? The Race Face Chester 35 Riser MTB Handlebar is 780mm wide with 35mm rise.
- Building or updating a cruiser or e-bike? The Chico Chrome Bicycle Handlebar offers an 800mm-wide, 175mm-rise steel bar.
Listed-price comparison
| Product | Listed price | Price bar |
|---|---|---|
| MTB Bike Handlebar Bar End Extension Plug Aluminum Alloy Handlebar Extender | USD 11.68 | |
| Race Face Chester 35 Riser MTB Handlebar 35x780mm Bar Diameter 35mm Rise 35mm | USD 47.90 | |
| Bike Rest Handlebar TT Aero Bar 31.8mm for Road & Mountain Bikes | USD 26.99 | |
| Chico Chrome Bicycle Handlebar 800*175*22.2mm Beach Cruiser E-Bike Low Bar DIY | USD 99.99 |
Decision matrix
| If your priority is... | Start with... | Why |
| Extra hand room without replacing the bar | MTB Bike Handlebar Bar End Extension Plug | It adds width and lets you mount small accessories. |
| A tucked aero position | Bike Rest Handlebar TT Aero Bar | It adds adjustable armrests and removable pads to your existing bar. |
| A wide modern trail bar | Race Face Chester 35 Riser MTB Handlebar | Its wide riser shape suits aggressive mountain bike riding. |
| A cruiser or e-bike makeover | Chico Chrome Bicycle Handlebar | The cruiser design gives a low, wide cockpit for DIY builds. |
Closer look at each handlebar
MTB Bike Handlebar Bar End Extension Plug Aluminum Alloy Handlebar Extender
At $11.68, the bar-end extender is the lowest-price way to create more hand room before you invest in a completely different bar. The aluminum-alloy plug-style extension adds 10cm in total, which works out to 5cm on each side, and it leaves your current handlebar's shape, rise, and clamp diameter untouched. It also provides a mounting spot for small accessories such as a lamp, stopwatch, or bell, which makes it useful for commuters and recreational riders. Since it is an extender rather than a replacement handlebar, the limitation is length only: you gain width, but you don't gain a new grip angle or bar height. If your existing bar is otherwise comfortable, this is a good way to add room without changing the bar.
Race Face Chester 35 Riser MTB Handlebar 35x780mm Bar Diameter 35mm Rise 35mm
Race Face Chester 35 is a complete handlebar replacement for mountain bikers who want a wide, modern trail setup. It sells for $47.90 and measures 780mm wide with a 35mm rise and a 35mm clamp diameter. The cold-drawn, seamless 6061 aluminum construction is shot peened and triple butted for fatigue life, so it is aimed at all-mountain, downhill, and freeride use. The bar is in black. The main limitation is price and fit: at $47.90 it is the middle-priced option, and the 35mm clamp diameter is a specific standard you will need to have on your stem. If your stem already uses a 35mm clamp, this is a straightforward upgrade.
Bike Rest Handlebar TT Aero Bar 31.8mm for Road & Mountain Bikes
The Bike Rest TT Aero Bar takes a different approach: instead of replacing the bar, it bolts onto your existing handlebar and adds an aero arm position. At $26.99, it is the second cheapest option in this group. The 31.8mm clamp section works with handlebars in the 25.4mm to 31.8mm range, and the adjustable armrests include removable sponge pads for cleaning. It is made from aluminum alloy with plastic and sponge components, and the full set includes clamps and pads. That makes it a practical addition for road bikes, mountain bikes, triathlon bikes, and long-distance bikes. The limitation is that it is an add-on, not a complete cockpit, so your existing bar's width, rise, and sweep stay exactly as they are. This is useful if you want to experiment with an aero position before buying a dedicated aero bar.
Chico Chrome Bicycle Handlebar 800*175*22.2mm Beach Cruiser E-Bike Low Bar DIY
The Chico Chrome Bicycle Handlebar is the most expensive option here at $99.99, and its dimensions are very different: an 800mm-long, 175mm-rise steel bar with a 22.2mm center clamp and 7/8-inch bar-end diameter. It is positioned for beach cruisers, choppers, and e-bikes, and the W-type shape gives a low, wide, upright cockpit for DIY builds. The handlebar-only setup means you reuse your existing grips and controls. The limitation is that the 22.2mm clamp is a cruiser and e-bike pattern, not the 31.8mm or 35mm clamp sizes seen on other handlebars in this comparison. That means it belongs on a bike with a 7/8-inch handlebar clamp. If you are building or updating a cruiser-style ride, this bar delivers the wide, tall look.
Final recommendation by use case
- For a small cockpit change: MTB Bike Handlebar Bar End Extension Plug.
- For long-distance aero comfort: Bike Rest Handlebar TT Aero Bar.
- For a modern trail or enduro build: Race Face Chester 35 Riser MTB Handlebar.
- For a cruiser, chopper, or e-bike project: Chico Chrome Bicycle Handlebar.
